Genuine Parts Company (GPC) — Stock Score Summary

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) has a MoatMap StockRank of 32/100 based on Quality (40/100), Value (41/100), and Momentum (38/100) factor scores. The current signal is SELL. Genuine Parts Company (NAPA) is a stable business but lacks a powerful macro tailwind over the next 18 months. Sluggish consumer spending and rising operational costs limit its near-term upside, making it a 'fine' but not asymmetric opportunity.

Genuine Parts Company is a global distributor of automotive replacement parts, industrial parts, and office products, operating through iconic brands like NAPA Auto Parts and Motion Industries. The company holds a dominant market position in the automotive and industrial aftermarket sectors, leveraging its vast distribution networks, inventory management expertise, and strong brand recognition. GPC's competitive strength stems from its unparalleled scale and ability to provide critical parts and services to a broad base of professional and DIY customers.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$99.41
Market Cap$13.8B
P/E (TTM)224.16
P/E (Forward)11.78
Price/Book3.03
Return on Equity1.3%
Return on Invested Capital2.0%
Debt/Equity149.45
Gross Margin37.5%
Operating Margin5.8%
Revenue Growth6.8%
Dividend Yield4.3%
Free Cash Flow$755M

Genuine Parts Company operates in the Auto Parts industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Genuine Parts Company’s (GPC) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is 32/100, with a Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (40), Value (41), and Momentum (38) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Genuine Parts Company have an economic moat?
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) has a Quality factor score of 40/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Genuine Parts Company a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Genuine Parts Company (GPC) is Sell, based on a StockRank of 32/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Genuine Parts Company in?
Genuine Parts Company (GPC) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Auto Parts industry (United States).